Best Campgrounds near Walterville, OR

Camping options near Walterville, Oregon range from established campgrounds to recreational areas with varying levels of amenities. The region includes developed options like Cascara Campground at Fall Creek State Recreation Area, which provides tent and RV camping with access to water recreation. Several RV parks exist within a 30-minute drive, including Deerwood RV Park and Dexter Shores RV Park, which also offers cabin accommodations. Fall Creek Reservoir provides multiple camping areas with both group and individual sites, serving as a popular destination for water-based activities.

Road conditions and campground availability vary seasonally throughout the Walterville area, with most campgrounds fully operational between May and September. Fall Creek State Recreation Area's Cascara Campground operates from May 1 to September 30, when weather conditions are most favorable. Many campgrounds operate on a first-come, first-served basis, particularly at Forest Service sites, while RV parks typically require reservations. Vault toilets are common at primitive sites, with full hookups available at developed RV parks. One visitor noted, "This used to be one of my favorite spots, and it's still a great little campground, but you used to be able to jump off the dock right into the reservoir, and now the level is kept so low that much of the recreation is no longer accessible."

Campers report high satisfaction with water access at Fall Creek, with swimming areas and docks available at several campgrounds. The Fisherman's Point Group Campground provides spacious sites for larger gatherings, while Cascara Campground offers individual camping areas with fire rings and picnic tables. Water levels can affect recreation quality, particularly during dry seasons. Sites typically include basic amenities like picnic tables and fire rings, with more developed locations offering electric hookups, showers, and other conveniences. According to one reviewer, "Nice campground and great swimming, but there is no drinking water and very little parking. If you have more than 2 vehicles you have to park outside the camp ground and walk back in." Cell service is generally available in most areas, particularly at developed campgrounds, though coverage may be limited in more remote locations.

Best Camping Sites Near Walterville, Oregon (204)

    1. Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park

    32 Reviews
    East Springfield, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 682-2000

    $20 - $39 / night

    "Easy to find from I-5 and very close to Costco. Quiet location away from the road noise and has nice walking path along the McKenzie River."

    "The campsites were nicely situated so you weren’t right on top of each other and the park was great. There is an off leash dog park and access to the river."

    2. Deerwood RV Park

    10 Reviews
    East Springfield, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 988-1139

    "We were lucky enough to rent a space at Deerwood for two months while we escaped the heat of Arizona and visiting our kids in Oregon."

    "One star off for highway noise. Looks like many longer term campers here - flower pots, table cloths, decorations, mostly 5th wheelers."

    3. Cascara Campground — Fall Creek State Recreation Area

    7 Reviews
    Lowell, OR
    10 miles
    Website

    "Nice that Cascara is close to so much to explore.  Found a place to dip into the water, to shoot, and exploring the forest roads was a fun afternoon in general."

    "About 30 min away from groceries and stores. Came in late to this campround. No reservation needed. Lucky they had a couple of tent sites open. We ended up staying an extra day."

    4. Dexter Shores RV Park

    5 Reviews
    Dexter, OR
    11 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 937-3711

    "I had an easy stopover here on the way to Eastern Oregon. I didn’t want to use my tanks, so I used their restrooms. They were warm, clean, and well-lit."

    5. Premier RV Resort at Eugene

    6 Reviews
    East Springfield, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 686-3152

    "I personally stay in all sorts of locations, but usually stop here for a couple of nights to take advantage of the great stores in Eugene to stock up before heading off for more primitive camping."

    "The road noise varies a lot though so ask for a site close to the office or in the older section. The new sites farther back are closer to the interstate."

    6. South Twin Lake Campground

    6 Reviews
    Eugene, OR
    14 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 323-1746

    $29 - $64 / night

    "One of the many lakes along the cascade scenic why. Can be a lot of parties during summer. Otherwise gets warm outside. Lots of trails."

    "Some great trails accessible for hiking. Although, the trails are not marked that well. Still beautiful and the lakes and nearby reservoir are great. Campsites are big and are drive up"

    7. Eugene Kamping World RV Park

    8 Reviews
    Eugene, OR
    13 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 343-4832

    $25 - $50 / night

    "It's near the road and near a TA truck stop, so there's noise from that, but it wasn't obnoxious. Lots of long termers here, some of them look really settled in.  "

    8. Black Canyon Campground - Willamette NF

    16 Reviews
    Westfir, OR
    21 miles
    Website
    +1 (801) 226-3564

    $25 - $115 / night

    "The site we’ve always stayed at is huge, way far from any other sites, and has a neat little trail between the parking spot and camping spot."

    "We needed a spot to stay for the night and after driving to a few others that were (reserve online only) closed we rolled the dice and headed towards this one."

    9. The Willamettans

    2 Reviews
    Marcola, OR
    10 miles
    Website
    +1 (541) 933-2809

    $17 - $65 / night

    "They have one of the cleanest swimming areas around! While there are trails in the resort, the really good longer ones are on forest service land."

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Recent Reviews near Walterville, OR

724 Reviews of 204 Walterville Campgrounds


  • Connie H.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 15, 2025

    Hult Pond

    Decent for an Overnight Stay

    We found a great spot here for an overnight stay. Such a nice view to wake up to! There is no water available here. There are bathrooms available, but we didn’t need to utilize them. No fires allowed. There are no trash cans or dumpsters… this is a pack in, pack out area, so be prepared to take your trash with you! There was quite a bit of trash around and even some needles (be careful) down in a spot we chose not to use… and I did walk around our area and pick up a bunch of trash left by others. We did hear some vehicles driving by throughout the night, and around 4:30 AM someone was walking out around our truck and camper shining a light, causing our dog to bark, which I’m assuming scared them off, because when we got up and went out, we didn’t see anyone.. not sure what that was all about, but I’m glad I wasn’t alone!

  • Jami C.
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Knox Butte RV Park

    Great stop

    I absolutely loved this place, the staff are beyond exceptional... Well Wanda and her son wes.... There was a crusty woman working the office one day. The showers are amazing and the bathrooms are super clean! The laundry rooms are great! Very clean and all in great working order! They even have it piped in at every site u can have a garden hose hooked up to wash off your car or RV! I can't say enough good things about this place!

  • Jami C.
    Oct. 11, 2025

    Albany-Corvallis KOA

    Awesome

    This place is awesome! They have everything!! The only thing we don't like is the showers, they are dirty and there is absolutely no water pressure at all!! But we will just shower in the 5th wheel! Other then that this place is great!

  • JThe Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 9, 2025

    Waterloo County Park

    Cute county park

    Sites were really easy to get into. River was pretty and plenty of kids playing.

  • Michelle R.The Dyrt PRO User
    Oct. 7, 2025

    Hult Pond

    Good in a pinch or for 1 night

    There are a few spots off the road here. One large open spot big enough for 2 vehicles and several pull offs. There is a little traffic on the road, mostly big trucks.

  • C
    Sep. 27, 2025

    Doolittle Butte

    Great stars

    Nice big lot. Beautiful views of stars on a clear night. Very remote. Climb an easy dirt road back a few miles. A few deep potholes but nothing too technical.

  • Marasha L.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 25, 2025

    BLM Kentucky Falls Road

    Lovely Siuslaws but Slightly Sketchy

    Birdsongs and gorgeous sunrise in the morning! Didn’t feel completely content solo due to some of the characters I drove by on the way up, but all good. Spot definitely had trash and such around, very sad—remember to pack out what you pack in. However, had a great night of sleep with lovely hiking and natural views all around.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Salt Creek Backwoods

    Salt Creek backwoods

    This spot was actually an accidental find but worked out great because we were not able to turn around on the tight road we found ourselves on. It opened up tremendously and gave us great grounds to camp on for a few nights. Close enough to a river that requires hiking if you’re up for that kind of adventure. There was little to no traffic noise from the hwy and no other campers around for days. Clear starts for start gazing at night.

  • Sarah S.The Dyrt PRO User
    Sep. 13, 2025

    Salt Creek Backwoods

    Just Forest

    We actually pulled in this part of the forest wanting to park at the “hideaway” spot but someone was already posted up there. That would have been a really cute place to camp BUT we drove farther. I really don’t recommend this spot for bigger rigs but we were able to get ours back here (40 ft total) Kind of no turn around options and driving forward was all our only choice at that point…to be honest the drive made me nervous. It was a tight dirt road but once we found a spot it was cleared pretty good. Had plenty of room and someone was back here not too long ago…they had a little campfire setup with log stumps. Probably wouldn’t come back unless I had to but we did stay tucked away back here for a few days.


Guide to Walterville

The Walterville area sits at approximately 700 feet elevation in the Willamette Valley, with camping spots frequently located along the McKenzie and Willamette rivers. Campgrounds near Walterville, Oregon operate in a region that experiences mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers with temperatures typically ranging from 35°F to 85°F throughout the year. Road access to most camping locations requires no special vehicles, though some forest service roads may become rutted during spring thaw.

What to do

River access for swimming: Armitage Park offers direct access to the McKenzie River for cooling off during summer months. "This park has everything! Clean bathrooms, laundry, full hook ups, dog park, river access... all within a 10 minute drive to downtown Eugene," notes Kat P. about Armitage Park & Campground.

Dog-friendly activities: Take advantage of designated off-leash areas where pets can exercise freely. "Large dog park adjacent, which is very convenient when traveling with your four legged friends," according to Jennifer R. who visited Armitage Park.

Mountain biking excursions: Black Canyon Campground serves as a good base camp for mountain biking adventures in the Willamette National Forest. "Great place to chill with beers after a day hiking or mountain biking," explains Todd M. about Black Canyon Campground. Most popular trails are accessible within a 20-minute drive.

What campers like

Spacious sites: Fisherman's Point Group Campground provides ample room for larger gatherings. "This is a very big size camp it is reserve camp for group camping," explains Jessie S. about Fisherman's Point Group Campground.

River sounds: Many sites at Black Canyon Campground back directly to waterways. "Our site was great with a trail down to the river and a rocky beach. Fire pit, table, tent site. It had all the standards," reports Ryan C. Sites nearest to rivers typically fill first on summer weekends.

Clean facilities: Premier RV Resort maintains well-kept bathrooms and common areas. "Clean bathrooms, trees between parking spots, and right off I-5. We also appreciated there was an after-hours check-in option for drop-ins like ourselves," notes Mike A. about Premier RV Resort.

What you should know

Water level fluctuations: Fall Creek Reservoir water levels can impact recreation options at nearby campgrounds. "Fisherman's Point is a family favorite, and I'll always remember the great times we've had there. Even though the water's been low lately, we always find a place to swim," mentions Shelly C.

Train noise considerations: Some campgrounds experience railroad noise at night. "The train tracks are literally across the river. Maybe 200 ft away. The train runs all day and sadly all night," cautions Ryan C. about Black Canyon Campground.

Cell service limitations: Coverage varies significantly throughout the area. "We had no cell service at all. Had to get most of the way to Oakridge before we picked it up. We had Verizon and AT&T so maybe another carrier has coverage," reports Todd M.

Tips for camping with families

Swimming options: South Twin Lake Campground offers family-friendly water access with amenities. "The campground was awesome, very clean, with multiple bathrooms, a shower house, and a changing room. It's not a very big lake which I think deters it becoming crowded," shares Josie M. about South Twin Lake Campground.

Beginner-friendly hiking: Choose campgrounds with accessible trails suitable for children. "I backpacked to this campground with 4 teens and 2 millennial's with minimal experience. It went great. The Boys loved swimming in the lake and the adults took a hike to Palmateer Peak (highly suggested)," says Julie D.

Camp store access: Some locations offer on-site supplies for forgotten items. "There is a small resort/lodge area across the road from the campground where they have a shop/restaurant and sell small extra camping gear, fishing supplies and non perishable food," notes Josie M.

Tips from RVers

Site dimensions: Many campgrounds have limited space for larger rigs. "Spaces are fairly short, especially on Standard sites. We barely fit our 39' Class A and a 2 door Jeep Wrangler. If our vehicle had been any longer, we would have had to park in overflow parking," warns Rachel H. about Deerwood RV Park.

Pad requirements: Some parks require additional equipment. "ALL spots require jack pads. Having not stayed in too many parks with asphalt, this was a surprise for us. They did not mention at checkin, but we got a polite email the next morning," advises Rachel H.

After-hours arrival: Look for parks with self-service check-in options. "We arrived late on a Monday - our site was reserved with our names. We had to take our 5th wheel in for unexpected service. The staff was very accommodating and booked us for another night without an issue," shares Michael A.

Frequently Asked Questions

What camping is available near Walterville, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, Walterville, OR offers a wide range of camping options, with 204 campgrounds and RV parks near Walterville, OR and 17 free dispersed camping spots.

Which is the most popular campground near Walterville, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, the most popular campground near Walterville, OR is Armitage Park & Campground - a Lane County Park with a 4.1-star rating from 32 reviews.

Where can I find free dispersed camping near Walterville, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 17 free dispersed camping spots near Walterville, OR.

What parks are near Walterville, OR?

According to TheDyrt.com, there are 20 parks near Walterville, OR that allow camping, notably Fall Creek Lake and Dorena Lake.